Laboratory Science (Chemistry) Degree Apprentice, Montrose, UK, 2024

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Nombre del sítio: UK - Angus - Montrose
Fecha de publicación: Feb 8 2024

GSK Laboratory Science (Chemistry) Degree Apprentice, Montrose UK, 2023

Join GSK’s Apprentice Programme – Montrose UK, 2024: Help us get ahead of disease together

This GSK apprenticeship lasts up to four years and gives you the chance to earn while you learn. We are looking for motivated individuals with a willingness and enthusiasm to learn, who are excited to develop practical and problems solving skills. No prior experience is required as you will be given full training.

The Montrose Manufacturing site is not an R&D facility, we manufacture 40 stages of organic chemistry ranging in complexity and scale, while at all times striving for process improvements to be more cost efficient, reduce our environmental impact and improve product quality.

Education required:  

·  Applicants must have / be predicted a minimum of 104 UCAS points with one being advanced higher chemistry (or equivalent) at a minimum of a B.
·  Higher in Math’s and English is preferred.
·  Must have obtained five Scottish National 5’s at grade A-C (or five Standard Grades 1-3, or equivalent)
·  Must include National 5: Math's at a B or above, a Science subject and English at C or above. 

Our Apprenticeships are aimed at school leavers.  If you already have a Bachelors degree level or above we recommend you look at our Graduate Programmes ( Future leaders graduate programme | GSK ) or direct entry opportunities via our careers site ( Careers | GSK )

Language requirement: Written and spoken fluency in English

Expected Start date: September 2024

Application deadline: We recommend you apply as soon as possible. We will close this vacancy when we have enough applications, so please apply as soon as you can so your application can be considered. 

Please note we will update you regarding your application by the end of February 2024, if you have any questions please contact: uk.earlytalentrecruitment@gsk.com

 Assessment centres for shortlisted candidates will be held between February and April 2024.

We want you to be motivated and passionate for the apprenticeship you apply to – we will only accept ONE Apprenticeship application per candidate each year. Please do your research before applying and select the one Apprenticeship you wish to apply to – good luck with your application!

Are you looking to gain a head start in your career where you can positively impact the health of billions of people?

GSK is a global biopharma company with a special purpose – to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. Getting ahead means preventing disease as well as treating it, and we aim to impact the health of 2.5 billion people around the world in the next 10 years.

Our success absolutely depends on our people. We want GSK to be a place where people feel inspired, encouraged, and challenged to be the best they can be. A place where they can be themselves – feeling welcome, valued and included. Where they can keep growing and look after their wellbeing. So, if you share our ambition, join us at this exciting moment in our journey to get ahead together.

Inspired to help us get ahead together?  Apply for the Laboratory Science Apprenticeship at GSK Montrose today!

This Apprenticeship is based at our Montrose site in Angus, Scotland, which is the largest GSK site in Scotland. On site we make Respiratory products (for Asthma and COPD), HIV medicines and other drug substances for patients all over the world.  

Ahead together with tailored training and career development

As a laboratory apprentice you will help to investigate processes for improvements from testing in the laboratory to implementing them in full scale manufacture.  You will also experience everything from traditional techniques used for raw materials and finished product and chemical experiments, to the use of automated equipment.

You will also attend University, where you will work towards a Degree in Chemical Sciences

Throughout your apprenticeship you will be supported by your line manager, an early talent programme manager as well as an apprentice buddy.

What will you do?

·  Learn a range of experimental techniques and how to operate specialist laboratory equipment to improve our process chemistry.Analyze, interpret, and investigate data and test results – as well as write reports on your findings.
·  Learn about the process each drug or product follows through from pilot to full scale manufacturing.
·  Get involved in improvement projects.
·  Test and commission new laboratory equipment and support full scale chemical manufacture.

What do we offer you?

·  Starting salary of £19,800 increasing to £24,800/ year after 1 year (subject to review annually) + annual bonus based on company performance
·  An annual bonus based on company performance.
·  Relocation Allowance (eligibility will be confirmed once your first location is confirmed).
·  Access to healthcare and well-being programs, savings programs, time off and childcare support.
·  Employee recognition programs, which reward exceptional achievements.
·  Long-term incentives through shared ownership link your rewards to our longer-term performance.
·  On-the-job experience and formal and informal training and development, delivered through a mixture of coaching, mentoring and formal training programs.
·  Discounts at local leisure centre and restaurant.

Let’s do this!

For hints, tips and guidance for getting onto a GSK apprenticeship click here 

Apprenticeships | GSK and GSK Get Ahead - Connectr  

You can also learn more about GSK apprenticeships GSKUKDigitalApprenticeBrochure.pdf  

Once you've submitted your online application form, you'll need to complete two online assessments prior to the assessment center stage and as part of this, you'll be asked about your motivation for the role: -  We’d like to hear about why you applied to this role and your motivation for it in the context of pharmaceutical manufacturing.   You will be asked a 2 nd question on what strengths, skills or interests you have that will enable you to be successful in this role.  Please be as targeted as you can!   

Top tip #1 : Make sure you save this job description for reference throughout the process, it will really help you prepare for the different stages in your application. 

Top tip #2: Don't forget to register on our GSK insight & engagement platform https://gsk.connectr.co.uk/getahead/ to learn more about working at GSK, our culture and application processes 

Apply now   

Need help with your application?  

Please email us at  UK.EarlyTalentRecruitment@gsk.com and let us know how we can help you.   

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Why Us?

GSK is a global biopharma company with a special purpose – to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together – so we can positively impact the health of billions of people and deliver stronger, more sustainable shareholder returns – as an organization where people can thrive. Getting ahead means preventing disease as well as treating it, and we aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of 2030.

Our success absolutely depends on our people. While getting ahead of disease together is about our ambition for patients and shareholders, it’s also about making GSK a place where people can thrive. We want GSK to be a workplace where everyone can feel a sense of belonging and thrive as set out in our Equal and Inclusive Treatment of Employees policy. We’re committed to being more proactive at all levels so that our workforce reflects the communities we work and hire in, and our GSK leadership reflects our GSK workforce.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are open to all talent. In the US, we also adhere to Affirmative Action principles. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to neurodiversity, race/ethnicity, colour, national origin, religion, gender, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, disability, genetic information, military service, covered/protected veteran status or any other federal, state or local protected class*(*US only).

We believe in an agile working culture for all our roles. If flexibility is important to you, we encourage you to explore with our hiring team what the opportunities are.

Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you’d like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to our process which might help you demonstrate your strengths and capabilities.

For UK Intern roles (including Industrial Placements) you can either call us on 01582 692870, or send an email uk.InternRecruitment@gsk.com

For UK Apprentice and Graduate Programme roles (including Future Leaders Programme) you can either call us on 0203 862 2277, or send an email uk.EarlyTalentRecruitment@gsk.com

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